Questions and Concerns

(DEGDB) is increasingly making its mark across multiple industries as a safer, non-phthalate alternative plasticizer. From 2018 to the mid-2020s, demand has steadily risen, particularly in regions that are tightening regulations on traditional plasticizers. The push toward sustainability, coupled with rising awareness of health-safety concerns, has encouraged manufacturers in plastics, coatings, adhesives, and sealants to adopt DEGDB more broadly.

One of the primary drivers is the booming plastics and PVC market: DEGDB improves flexibility, durability, and low volatility, making it suitable for applications like flooring, wire and cable insulation, automotive interiors, and packaging. In adhesive and sealant formulations, its solvency and compatibility enhance performance, especially in environmentally conscious constructions. Regional growth is led by Asia-Pacific, where construction and automotive sectors are expanding rapidly, followed by North America and Europe where regulatory pressure is stronger and consumer demand favors “greener” materials.

Despite positive growth trends, challenges remain. Raw material costs—especially for benzoic acid and ethylene glycol—are volatile, impacting margins. Also, in certain specialty or high-temperature polymer applications, DEGDB may fall short compared to conventional plasticizers that perform better under extreme conditions. Suppliers are responding by innovating higher purity grades, improving processing efficiencies, and developing bio-based or hybrid versions to improve thermal stability and reduce environmental impact.

Looking ahead to 2032, the market is expected to expand at a moderate pace. Growth will come from retrofit applications in older infrastructure and consumer goods, expanding use in flexible PVC, and growth in end-use sectors such as automotive, construction, packaging, and personal care. Manufacturers who focus on sustainable production, regulatory compliance, and technical performance will be best positioned to capture emerging opportunities in this evolving market.